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Playstation 4 Sales Pass 25 Million, Almost Double Xbox Sales

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Sony has sold more than 25 million Playstation 4 units since the console’s launch in 2013. The Playstation 4 has been winning the current generation of console battles since its release, with the Xbox One only having sold around 14 million units and the Wii U… well, being the Wii U. Sony announced the impressive results in its quarterly financial report.

Sony sold 3 million Playstation 4 units over the three-month period. That’s more than double the combined sales of the Xbox One and Xbox 360 for the same period, which reached around 1.4 million. Poor old Nintendo managed to sell just under 500,000 Wii U units.

The Playstation 4 is also doing well in terms of game sales. The Playstation Network continues to see strong sales and Sony’s subscription service, Playstaton Plus, continues to generate strong revenue for the company. As far as third-party game sales go, it’s difficult to give precise numbers due to most publishers being reluctant to release exact figures. Ubisoft, however, did release its sales figures for the most recent quarter. Those figures showed that the publisher was selling twice as many games for the PS4 as it was for the Xbox One.

It’s not all good news for Sony, however. The company’s having serious financial troubles in its mobile department and that’s put a damper on the success of its gaming division. The mobile division saw a 16.3% revenue decline from last year and its losses add up to $188 million. The good news is that the gaming department earned a revenue of $160 million, which almost covers the losses from the mobile division. The gaming department’s revenue is up by 350% compared to this time last year.

Sony said its troubles in mobile were a result of a decrease in sales of the company’s smartphones as well as CEO Kazuo Hirai’s decision not to expand their smartphone operations. Back in 2012 when Hiari took over, his aim was to build Sony’s three core sections – gaming, digital imaging, and mobile. While he has more or less succeeded with the first two, the third is a struggle. With the Android space becoming more competitive, Sony has struggled to make a dent in that market.

Rhiannon likes video games and she likes writing, so she decided to combine them. As well as writing about video games, she also belts out the occasional science fiction or fantasy story, edits videos, and eats strawberry oreos. In that order.

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Documentary Explores the Making of the Highly Praised Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth for PS5

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Square Enix has launched a captivating documentary series that explores the intricate process behind the creation of the highly praised Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth. In the first episode, titled “Shaping the World,” the developer delves into the process of reimagining the expansive PS1 map of the original game into a vast sandbox for the PS5. The film includes personal stories shared by directors Naoki Hamaguchi and Tetsuya Nomura, as well as other important members of the team.

This reimagining of the all-time PlayStation classic was truly enjoyable. In our review, we praised Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth for its ability to enhance the already impressive combat system of Remake. The game truly shines in its portrayal of an iconic RPG setting. If you have a deep appreciation for the original PS1 game and found enjoyment in Remake, then Rebirth’s character-focused adventure will surely captivate you from start to finish.

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Gran Turismo 7 for the PS5 and PS4 shows continuous improvement

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While Sony may not classify Gran Turismo 7 as a live-service game, the team at Polyphony Digital certainly approaches it with a similar mindset. The game continues to impress with every new update, and although v1.44 may be smaller compared to previous versions, it still manages to enhance the already extensive content of this simulation racer.

The update, now available worldwide, introduces three new cars: the Audi R8 Coupé V10 Plus ’16, the Lamborghini Urus ’18, and the Toyota GT-One (TS020) ’99. Furthermore, it introduces three fresh events to World Circuits, an extra menu to conquer in the GT Café single-player campaign, and a collection of livery stickers inspired by the upcoming Highspeed Étoile anime, set to debut next week in Japan.

If you’re not already acquainted with Highspeed Étoile, you can watch a trailer right here. “Sony has announced that a collection of 26 stickers, consisting of 8 title logos and 18 main character stickers, will be made available for a limited time,” stated Sony on the PS Blog. In addition, Fukushima will be included as a backdrop in the title’s beloved photography mode.

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TopSpin 2K25 appears to be a standout title in the recent PS5 and PS4 gameplay showcase

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This author has consistently praised the realistic portrayal of tennis in TopSpin 4. After more than a decade, we are thrilled to witness the release of TopSpin 2K25, which expands upon the success of its renowned predecessor. This gameplay video provides a comprehensive overview of the features discussed in our recent preview while also incorporating relevant footage to enhance understanding.

The series’ swing system sets it apart from arcade-style games like Virtua Tennis, as it requires players to charge up their shots in a different way. In order to succeed, timing is crucial, and fortunately, a new meter above your player will assist you in achieving that. Surfaces have their own distinct characteristics, such as clay, where you’ll experience a noticeable amount of sliding.

The game ensures that every player has a distinct set of animations, adding a touch of individuality to each competitor. The courts, found in all Grand Slams, possess a remarkable amount of individuality and charm. It is mentioned in the video that with each in-game season, players can expect a plethora of additional content, such as animation packs. This indicates that there will be plenty to anticipate even after the game’s initial release.

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